About us 
JD Designs, Inc. is a residential building design firm established
in 1987. Jennifer Davis, president of JD Designs, has more than 20
years experience in the building design industry. A graduate of San
Jose State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in interior
design, Jennifer is past president of the California State Society
of the American Institute of Building Design (AIBD). She is also past
president of the Golden Gate chapter of AIBD. Her portfolio includes
projects ranging from kitchen remodels to complete custom residences.
JD Designs specializes in the design of residential additions, interior
remodeling, second story additions and master planning of remodeling
an entire house. We also design custom residences. Our full-service
designs include construction cost planning and working drawings suitable
for planning department approval and building permits.
Through partnerships with a few select construction firms, JD Designs
can offer our customers a comprehensive level of service - design/build
- that includes the full process from initial design development through
completion of construction. This team approach to remodeling and new
home design and construction ensures continuity, quality and cost
effectiveness.
Some specific benefits of design/build
include:
- Contractor is involved at conception stage
- Decisions are made based on suitability rather than just cost
- Team approach enables better scheduling
- Project is designed around the budget from the start
The alternative, or "hard bid" approach, where plans are drawn up
and then separate bids taken, often results in cost overruns and delays
because the designer and contractor work independently.
JD Designs has received a number of awards and
recognition at various local, state and national design competitions
sponsored by national trade organizations and media sources such as
Sunset Magazine and California Home and Design.
JD Designs works primarily on projects throughout Santa Clara County,
but will consider projects outside of this area.
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